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Why inflation is a big deal

Working men creating global business growth

There is a strong feeling among shoppers in Nairobi that the Sh1,000 note is worth Sh100 some ten years ago.

This sounds like just one of those crazy whining about the high cost of living. But there is some truth in it. Yes, the Sh1,000 in 2012 is worth Sh1,679 today!

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